Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Waimea
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Columbus
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Waimea
PineMandarinHerbalTangerine
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyFloralPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Waimea | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–19% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.3 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 9–10% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 4–6% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |